Relenza Antiviral Durg: What is it ?

Relenza antiviral drug (zanamavir) is one of the two medications deemed effective against swine flu virus. It is taken as enhaled powder, for typically twice per day for 5 days. It can also be taken once a day for up to 28 days for people who are exposed to high risk of flu.

You should take Relenza up to two days after symptoms of swine flu are evident. This is a prescription drug, so that is the only way it should be taken.

Who should taken Relenza?

In case of swine flu epidemic, it is one of the drugs that would help adults ana children over the age of five fight swine flu symptioms.

Who should not take it?

Relenaza may cause serious breathing problems, and should not be taken by anyone with lung diseases.

Side effects of Relenza include nasal irritation, getting dizzy, and joint pain. There are also more serious side effects including but not limited to difficulty in breathing.

Pregnant women must inform their doctor of their condition prior to takin Relenza.

FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of Tamiflu, Relenza to Treat Swine … - In response to requests from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the US Food and Drug Administration yesterday authorized the use of the antiviral drugs Tamiflu and Relenza beyond their approved indications in …

Deosaran Bisnath: FDA approves Tamiflu and Relenza for swine flu … - Another antiviral drug, Relenza, was originally approved to treat people 7 and older and to help prevent flu in those 5 and older. Now, the FDA is allowing Tamiflu to be used to treat and prevent flu in children under 1 and to provide …

A Wise Investment (Tamiflu & Relenza antiviral drugs) - The plan also includes $1.4 billion for government purchases of antiviral drugs like Tamiflu and Relenza. Those drugs have been in short supply as governments and private companies scrambled to purchase stockpiles. …

Tamiflu, Relenza Effective Drugs … - Posted: Tuesday, 28 April 2009 6:15AM Tamiflu, Relenza Effective Drugs Against Swine Flu. by KYW’s Dr. Brian McDonough. World health officials are concerned. They believe the containment of the swine flu is not feasible. …

Drug interactions analysis of Cefaclor, Relenza (2734714) - Real world drug safety study: Drug interactions analysis of Cefaclor, Relenza (2734714)

Cancun Mexico Travel Safety: Relenza, Tamiflu - Swine flu can be treated with two flu drugs. How can you make sure you have access to them if you travel to Mexico ?